Punjab Population Census data 2011
Punjab
Punjab is unarguably one of the most wonderful states in India with regards to the climate. The state has fabulous weather throughout the year which is also conducive for the growth of a variety of crops. The state has seen a lot of ups and downs during the years of freedom struggle and has developed to be one of the strongest states in India with respect to the economical conditions. Some of the most influential and powerful leaders of the country have emerged from this state and the current Prime Minister of the country also hails from the state of Punjab. The state of Punjab is the highest producer of Wheat in the country and a huge percentage of the country's army is represented by the wonderful state of Punjab.The Population of Punjab according to the 2011 census stands at about 27 million, making it the 15th most populated state in India. The state is spread over an area of about 50000 sq. km. making it the 19th largest state in the country in terms of area. The density of population per sq. Km. is about 550 which is inevitable given the opportunities of growth and development in the state. The state has a growth rate of about 13% which is below the national average of 17%. The population of the state is rising considerably due to rapid efforts towards development and progress. The literacy rate in the state is about 73% a figure that has improved tremendously in the last few years due to the consistent efforts of the government. The sex ratio in Punjab leaves a lot to be desired as it lags behind the national average by a lot of points. The statistics in the Punjab Census 2011 reveal facts that can be instrumental in planning for a better development plan for the state.
Punjab Population 2011
As per details from Census 2011, Punjab has population of 2.77 Crores, an increase from figure of 2.44 Crore in 2001 census. Total population of Punjab as per 2011 census is 27,743,338 of which male and female are 14,639,465 and 13,103,873 respectively. In 2001, total population was 24,358,999 in which males were 12,985,045 while females were 11,373,954.Punjab Population Growth Rate
The total population growth in this decade was 13.89 percent while in previous decade it was 19.76 percent. The population of Punjab forms 2.29 percent of India in 2011. In 2001, the figure was 2.37 percent.Punjab Literacy Rate 2011
Literacy rate in Punjab has seen upward trend and is 75.84 percent as per 2011 population census. Of that, male literacy stands at 80.44 percent while female literacy is at 62.52 percent. In 2001, literacy rate in Punjab stood at 69.65 percent of which male and female were 79.66 percent and 60.53 percent literate respectively.In actual numbers, total literates in Punjab stands at 18,707,137 of which males were 10,436,056 and females were 8,271,081.
Punjab Density 2011
Total area of Punjab is 50,362 sq. km. Density of Punjab is 551 per sq km which is higher than national average 382 per sq km. In 2001, density of Punjab was 484 per sq km, while nation average in 2001 was 324 per sq km.Punjab Sex Ratio
Sex Ratio in Punjab is 895 i.e. for each 1000 male, which is below national average of 940 as per census 2011. In 2001, the sex ratio of female was 874 per 1000 males in Punjab.| Description | 2011 | 2001 |
| Approximate Population | 2.77 Crores | 2.44 Crore |
| Actual Population | 27,743,338 | 24,358,999 |
| Male | 14,639,465 | 12,985,045 |
| Female | 13,103,873 | 11,373,954 |
| Population Growth | 13.89% | 19.76% |
| Percantage of total Population | 2.29% | 2.37% |
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| Sex Ratio | 895 | 874 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 846 | 961 |
| Density/km2 | 551 | 484 |
| Density/mi2 | 1,427 | 1,253 |
| Area km2 | 50,362 | 50,362 |
| Area mi2 | 19,445 | 19,445 |
| Total Child Population (0-6 Age) | 3,076,219 | 3,171,829 |
| Male Population (0-6 Age) | 1,665,994 | 1,763,801 |
| Female Population (0-6 Age) | 1,410,225 | 1,408,028 |
| Literacy | 75.84 % | 69.65 % |
| Male Literacy | 80.44 % | 79.66 % |
| Female Literacy | 62.52 % | 60.53 % |
| Total Literate | 18,707,137 | 14,756,970 |
| Male Literate | 10,436,056 | 8,442,293 |
| Female Literate | 8,271,081 | 6,314,677 |
Punjab Urban Population 2011
Out of total population of Punjab, 37.48% people live in urban regions. The total figure of population living in urban areas is 10,399,146 of which 5,545,989 are males and while remaining 4,853,157 are females. The urban population in the last 10 years has increased by 37.48 percent.Sex Ratio in urban regions of Punjab was 875 females per 1000 males. For child (0-6) sex ratio the figure for urban region stood at 852 girls per 1000 boys. Total children (0-6 age) living in urban areas of Punjab were 1,130,717. Of total population in urban region, 10.87 % were children (0-6).
Average Literacy rate in Punjab for Urban regions was 83.18 percent in which males were 86.67% literate while female literacy stood at 68.29%. Total literates in urban region of Punjab were 7,709,480.
Punjab Rural Population 2011
Of the total population of Punjab state, around 62.52 percent live in the villages of rural areas. In actual numbers, males and females were 9,093,476 and 8,250,716 respectively. Total population of rural areas of Punjab state was 17,344,192. The population growth rate recorded for this decade (2001-2011) was 62.52%.In rural regions of Punjab state, female sex ratio per 1000 males was 907 while same for the child (0-6 age) was 844 girls per 1000 boys. In Punjab, 1,945,502 children (0-6) live in rural areas. Child population forms 11.22 percent of total rural population.
In rural areas of Punjab, literacy rate for males and female stood at 76.62 % and 58.99 %. Average literacy rate in Punjab for rural areas was 71.42 percent. Total literates in rural areas were 10,997,657.
| Description | Rural | Urban |
| Population (%) | 62.52 % | 37.48 % |
| Total Population | 17,344,192 | 10,399,146 |
| Male Population | 9,093,476 | 5,545,989 |
| Female Population | 8,250,716 | 4,853,157 |
| Population Growth | 7.75 % | 25.86 % |
| Sex Ratio | 907 | 875 |
| Child Sex Ratio (0-6) | 844 | 852 |
| Child Population (0-6) | 1,945,502 | 1,130,717 |
| Child Percentage (0-6) | 11.22 % | 10.87 % |
| Literates | 10,997,657 | 7,709,480 |
| Average Literacy | 71.42 % | 83.18 % |
| Male Literacy | 76.62 % | 86.67 % |
| Female Literacy | 58.99 % | 68.29 % |
Punjab Census 2011 Conclusion
The official census 2011 of Punjab has been conducted by Directorate of Census Operations in Punjab. Enumeration of key persons including Chief Minister of Punjab was also done by officials conducting population census.Figures of population census 2011 Punjab have been represented in chart for your reference at bottom.
| Large cities of Punjab | Population | Male | Female |
| Ludhiana (Municipal Corporation) | 1,613,878 | 874,773 | 739,105 |
| Amritsar (Municipal Corporation) | 1,132,761 | 602,754 | 530,007 |
| Large Urban Agglomeration of Punjab | Population | Male | Female |
| Amritsar | 1,183,705 | 630,114 | 553,591 |
| Largest District by Population in Punjab | Population | Male | Female |
| Ludhiana | 3,498,739 | 1,867,816 | 1,630,923 |
| Amritsar | 2,490,656 | 1,318,408 | 1,172,248 |
| Gurdaspur | 2,298,323 | 1,212,617 | 1,085,706 |
| Jalandhar | 2,193,590 | 1,145,211 | 1,048,379 |
| Firozpur | 2,029,074 | 1,071,637 | 957,437 |
| Patiala | 1,895,686 | 1,002,522 | 893,164 |
| Sangrur | 1,655,169 | 878,029 | 777,140 |
| Hoshiarpur | 1,586,625 | 809,057 | 777,568 |
| Bathinda | 1,388,525 | 743,197 | 645,328 |
| Tarn Taran | 1,119,627 | 589,369 | 530,258 |